I keep quiet about mistakes Nov 6, 2009
Martha and Gerald Brown send a card from the Gerald Ford Museum in Michigan. And Bill Norton sends a post card from the Abbey of Gethsemani in Trappist, Ky. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Notre Dame Set To Christen Purcell Pavilion At The Joyce Center Oct 31, 2009
Among those notables who have appeared at the Joyce Center are six presidents - Jimmy Carter, George H. Bush, Gerald Ford, Ronald Reagan (twice), George W. Bush (twice) and Barack Obama -- as well as entertainment legends Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, Bruce Springsteen, Billy Joel, Elton John and U-2. The building was dedicated Dec. 1-8, 1968, with a weeklong series of events dubbed Performance Maximus - and included concerts by Andy Williams and Bill Cosby and a Notre Dame-UCLA basketball game. (Und.com)
Dallas Brass Concert Oct 28, 2009
They have shared the stage with the late Bob Hope, have performed for Presidents Gerald Ford and George H. W. Bush, and have appeared on the CBS "Early Show.". This document was originally published online on Wednesday, October 28, 2009. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Guests for the Sunday TV news shows Oct 17, 2009
In 1964, 1972, 1996 and 2004 incumbent presidents defeated senators -- Gerald Ford, Jimmy Carter and George H.W. Bush. President Bush would tell you that incumbency is no guarantee of re-election, and their successful opponents were governors. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Bush says Obama's Texas visit not about politics Oct 16, 2009
That pushed him into the top spot as the country's top globetrotting leader in his freshman year, passing the previous record holders: George H.W. Bush, who hit 15 countries in the year after he took office in 1989, and Gerald Ford, who also jetted off to 15 nations after taking office midway through 1974. Obama makes first trip to New Orleans as president. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
NormanChadCouch Slouch Some advice for NBA union refs: Rush back to the court -- ASAP. Oct 12, 2009
Gerald Ford was a replacement president, and America kept operating without a hitch. Most pertinently, the NFL -- during a players' strike -- used replacement players in 1987. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Obama comes out swinging Oct 8, 2009
Lyndon Johnson is at the opposite end of the spectrum on the talent stakes and is reported to have taken up to 400 swings to get round an 18-hole course while Gerald Ford, who served as honorary chairman for the inaugural Presidents Cup in 1994, had a reputation for accidentally hitting the ball at spectators. In terms of sheer number of matches though even Eisenhower could not match Woodrow Wilson who was said to have played almost every day, apart from on Sundays, and even had golf balls... (CNN -- International)
SMU will provide stiff test Oct 6, 2009
SMU is smaller up front than most but will be an athletic group to deal with this Saturday when 3-2 East Carolina takes their undefeated Conference USA record into Gerald Ford Stadium to take on the (2-2,1-0)Mustangs in an 8pm EDT kickoff. PI subscribers can catch today's in it's entirety on Pillage-N-Plunder. (East Carolina Sports -- Rivals.com)
The DakotaDome turns 30 Sep 15, 2009
"The DakotaDome has seen some great events, from down-to-the-wire football games against SDSU to a speech by former President Gerald Ford," Muenster said. "Every time I drive by it, I feel a certain sense of pride that I had something to do with building the DakotaDome.". (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Grand Rapids: A relaxed urban getaway Aug 18, 2009
The Gerald Ford Museum, as the downtown maps abbreviate the name, is just across the Grand River, a block west of downtown. President Ford's grave is on the grounds. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Lumberjacks Prepare for Scrimmage Aug 15, 2009
The Lumberjacks will also have one scrimmage Saturday, Aug. 22, which will be the team's final exhibition prior to the season opener at SMU. The game against the Mustangs is slated to begin at 7 p.m. from Gerald Ford Stadium in Dallas, Texas. -SFA. (Sfajacks.com)
•Award winner great start to tournament Aug 14, 2009
Previous award winners include Bob Hope, Gerald Ford, Gene Sarazen, Byron Nelson, Arnold Palmer, Patty Berg, George H.W. Bush and Jack Nicklaus, to name a few. Subscribers, to read full story. (The Daily Journal)
Report: Cheney felt 'Bush had gone soft' Aug 13, 2009
The book will cover Cheney's long career from chief of staff under President Gerald Ford to vice president under Bush. "When the president made decisions that I didn't agree with, I still supported him and didn't go out and undercut him," Cheney said, according to Stephen Hayes, his authorized biographer. (AZCentral -- News)
People Magazine Praises Kessler Book Aug 13, 2009
Gerald Ford was considered very cheap and would tip caddies at a golf club in California just a dollar if anything at all. A paper napkin found in a hotel elevator helped the Service thwart an assassination attempt on Ronald Reagan. (Newsmax)
Looking over the books Aug 1, 2009
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Q: Now that all TV broadcasts are digital, are there plans and a timetable for them all to be in HD? Jul 24, 2009
All these figures are as of the inauguration month of January, except for President Gerald Ford, who was inaugurated in August ... President Gerald Ford, 1974: $481. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Obama kicks off historic night in St. Louis Jul 19, 2009
" The 44th president threw out the ceremonial first pitch, something no one in office had done since Gerald Ford at the 1976 All-Star Game in Philadelphia, won by the NL at a time when it was dominating. It was important that he was part of this, because his call to public service by all Americans was the catalyst for the "Go Beyond" theme that pervaded this entire All-Star Week as well as the moving tribute to 30 winners of the All-Stars Among Us campaign. It began with the thunderous hooves of... (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Crawford, bullpen keep AL win streak alive Jul 17, 2009
Obama became the fourth president to throw out the ceremonial first pitch at an All-Star game, following John F. Kennedy (1962 first game), Richard Nixon (1970) and Gerald Ford (1976 and 1978). All those games were won by the NL.. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Starry eyed in St. Louis:Obama, boo birds & red carpets Jul 16, 2009
Obama is the first president since Gerald Ford in 1976 to throw out the first pitch at an all-star game. In the fifth inning the sharp-shooters came down a few sections over from our (former Arcola Record-Herald writer Mark Lichtenwalter and Arcola graduates John Gee and Cory Humphrey) seats when an impromptu rendition of God Bless America began and people stood and applauded and waved their American flags, which were handed out as you entered the stadium. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Al Tries To Continue All-star Supremacy Jul 15, 2009
He becomes the fourth sitting U.S. President to do so at the Mid- Summer Classic, joining John F. Kennedy, Richard Nixon, and Gerald Ford, who did it twice. President Obama, an unabashed fan of the Chicago White Sox, is the seventh U.S. President to attend the All-Star Game. (ABC 7 News, DC)
7 Clues To Understanding Dick Cheney Jul 14, 2009
Throughout his remarkable career--White House chief of staff to Gerald Ford, six-term Congressman, Secretary of Defense to the first President Bush and Vice President to the second--Cheney's success has derived from his unparalleled skill at serving as the discreet, effective, loyal adviser to higher-profile leaders. He did once flirt with the idea of twirling the flaming baton himself, considering a 1996 run for President. (Time.com)
All-Star Game booth ready for Obama Jul 14, 2009
He'll be the first president to throw out the first pitch at an All-Star Game since Gerald Ford in 1976. An unsolicited suggestion for Buck: Ask the president who has the, uh, most colorful mouth off-camera White Sox manager or White House chief of staff Rahm Emanuel. (USA Today -- Sports)
Fox wants Obama in All-Star coverage Jul 13, 2009
President Obama, shown with a jersey given to him by the World Series champion Philadelphia Phillies, will become the first sitting U.S. president to throw a ceremonial first pitch at the All-Star Game since Gerald Ford in 1976 ... Obama will the first sitting U.S. president to throw a ceremonial first pitch since Gerald Ford in 1976. (USA Today -- Sports)
Obama to join Fox booth during ASG Jul 13, 2009
The last sitting president to throw out a first pitch at the All-Star Game was Gerald Ford, in 1976. "We have asked [for Presidents to throw out the first pitch] on a couple of occasions, but I think this year it's so appropriate given the scope of our pregame program," says Major League Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Guy Cosentino: Paterson adds gas to fire in Albany Jul 11, 2009
The Federal Constitution has Congress vet a vice presidential nominee, as they did when then New York Gov. Nelson Rockefeller was nominated in 1974 by Gerald Ford. While former Metropolitan Transportation Authority Chairman Ravitch might be well qualified for this job, there has been no vetting process by an independent branch. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Two Grizzlies garner PCL All-Star nods Jul 3, 2009
President Obama will be the fourth U.S. President to throw out the first pitch at the Midsummer Classic joining John F. Kennedy, Richard Nixon, and Gerald Ford. President Obama will be the seventh U.S. President to attend the All-Star Game. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Guy Cosentino: State needs a major reform Jul 2, 2009
The latter is what is used nationally oddly enough by a New Yorker, then Gov. Nelson Rockefeller, who was the first and only person appointed to the vice presidency, in 1974, after Gerald Ford became president. Cosentino is a former mayor of Auburn and can be contacted at. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Richard Wiley, 80, a master of multiple careers Jun 30, 2009
Appointed by President Gerald Ford in 1976 and confirmed by the Senate, he was the department s chief legal officer, holding the rank of assistant secretary of defense. Mr. Wiley was awarded the department s Medal for Distinguished Public Service the following year when, with the change in administrations, he returned to Boston. (Boston Globe)
Jeffcoat chooses Oklahoma Jun 28, 2009
gerald ford wrote on Jun 27, 2009 8:01 AM:" Jeffcoat just gave some of us sooner fans a reason to watch Plano basketball next season. Great fit for her. Go Plano. ". Name. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
President Obama to show off arm at All-Star Game Jun 24, 2009
Obama, a White Sox fan, will be the fourth president to throw out the first pitch at an All-Star game, following John F. Kennedy (1962 in Washington), Richard Nixon (1970 in Cincinnati) and Gerald Ford (1976 in Philadelphia). In addition, Franklin D. Roosevelt attended the 1937 game in Washington, and George H.W. Bush went to the 1991 game at Toronto with Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney and the 1992 game at San Diego with President Carlos Salinas de Gortari of Mexico. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Students help inventory Big Thicket flora, fauna Jun 18, 2009
But 35 years after President Gerald Ford signed legislation making The Big Thicket the nation's first national preserve, "there's a tremendous biodiversity but we don't know what is here," said Kruse, curator of Texas A0,000-specimen S.M. Tracy Herbarium and an inventory leader since the canvass was initiated in 2006. And that's the purpose of the survey that may never come to a close given the size of The Big Thicket, the number of plants and animals that live or pass through and the difficulty... (North County Times)
* Sports Briefs Jun 4, 2009
Former US president Gerald Ford was honorary chairman when the matches began in 1994, and former president George H.W. Bush accepted the role in 1996. Since then, every active head of state in the host country has served as honorary chairman X US presidents Bill Clinton (2000) and George W. Bush (2005), prime minister John Howard of Australia in 1998, South African president Thabo Mbeki in 2003 and and Canadian prime minister Stephen Harper in 2007. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Obama to be honorary chair of Presidents Cup Jun 2, 2009
Former President Gerald Ford was honorary chairman when the matches began in 1994, and former President George H.W. Bush accepted the role in 1996. Since then, every active head of state or government in the host country has served as honorary chairman -- U.S. presidents Bill Clinton (2000) and George W. Bush (2005); Prime Minister John Howard of Australia in 1998; South Africa President Thabo Mbeki in 2003; and Prime Minister Stephen Harper of Canada in 2007. (ESPN -- Golf)
Mesquite resident soars above the odds to become Eagle Scout Jun 2, 2009
Mesquite resident Adam Townsend became part of an elite group Sunday, joining the ranks of accomplished men such as astronaut Neil Armstrong, President Gerald Ford, and Gov. Rick Perry. Adam became an Eagle Scout at a Court of Honor ceremony at Eastridge Park Christian Church. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
- From the Right: The Powell Doctrine 0 May 31, 2009
But in 1976, Powell s definition of a good Republican, Gerald Ford, ran against Carter. If Powell wanted a Republican who was a practical secularist who seemed unconcerned with big government and who believed that every state should have a constitutional right to control abortion and. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Calling all born-again Americans May 21, 2009
The honorary co-chairs of this broadcast were President Gerald Ford and Lady Bird Johnson. On the same stage were Barry Goldwater and Jane Fonda. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Ask an Expert May 18, 2009
That year, new president Gerald Ford had to deal with an ongoing, expensive conflict in Vietnam, a quadrupling of oil prices, a huge drop in the stock market, and 11% inflation combined with stagnant growth or "stagflation". With the economy in such bad shape, it hardly seemed like a time to start a new business, but that is exactly what Dennis Brown did, and he succeeded because he tapped into the economics and mood of the time and created a business that offered low, low prices. (USA Today -- Money)
Hollywood, universities share benefits of name-dropping May 16, 2009
Others are familiar with the Ann Arbor school because of its famous alumni, including Gerald Ford, Madonna, Arthur Miller, Gregory House and Gerald and Karen DeGroot. The first three names are really well-known in the fields of public policy, music and theater. (USA Today -- News)
Classic Democratic diversion trick May 5, 2009
Wilbo wrote on May 3, 2009 8:32 AM:" While I think Jimmy Carter was a horrible President, he did not take office until January of 1977 and the hostages were taken in either late 78 or early 79. You have to give the flu shots of 76 to Gerald Ford. " ... Wanda wrote on May 3, 2009 3:45 PM:" Here we go, another raving lunatic from the right-wing with a sore-loser attitude who's been listening to Michelle Bachman who is the one who claimed that Jimmy Carter was prez during the last Swine Flu scare.... (Missoulian, MT)
Analysis: Specter defection shrinks GOP's reach Apr 29, 2009
"The Republican Party has been most successful when it has adopted the big tent approach that was favored by Ronald Reagan, by Gerald Ford" and others, Collins said. Obama hailed Specter's switch, but its blessing may prove mixed. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
5 Things You Didn't Know: SNL Apr 16, 2009
" Frustrated that the name they wanted had been taken, SNL began under the title NBC's Saturday Night, but they took a shot at Cosell's show by calling their own cast the "Not Ready for Prime Time Players. Forget the thread count and minibar, the view is what makes these suites spectacular vacation spots. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Portuguese water dogs Apr 15, 2009
President Gerald Ford s golden retriever, Liberty, had puppies in the White House. Socks, the Clintons cat, was only the fourth cat to occupy the White House since FDR s presidency. (KHOU.com, TX)
New Glacier superintendent wants more wilderness Apr 14, 2009
From there it went to the Secretary of the Interior and President Gerald Ford, who sent it on to Congress with his recommendation for approval. Some 35 years later, that approval still hasn't come. (Missoulian, MT)
Bush throws first pitch at Rangers game Apr 7, 2009
He became the third president to throw out a first pitch for a Rangers game, joining Gerald Ford in 1976, and his father, George H.W. Bush, in 1991 and 2000. The entire pregame scene was patriotic, starting with the release of 7,500 red, white and blue balloons into a swirling wind. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Lincicome's eagle wins Kraft Nabisco Apr 6, 2009
She lost her overnight lead to Kerr on the second hole, pulled into a tie by making three birdies in four holes spanning the turn, dropped back when Kerr birdied the par-3 14th, then jumped back into the lead on the 15th when Kerr took a double-bogey after losing her ball out of bounds, hitting it through some trees and apparently clearing a wall onto Gerald Ford Drive. "That hole definitely owes me in the future," Kerr said. (ESPN -- Golf)
Ex-prez Bush to throw out first pitch for Rangers Apr 1, 2009
Gerald Ford did the honors in 1976, just four years after the Rangers left Washington, D.C., for the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Bush's father, George H.W. Bush, threw out the first pitch in 1991. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Walker aims to revive New Mexico State Mar 26, 2009
" Still, some might think Walker is out of his mind to believe New Mexico State can rise above the likes of , Hawaii, and in the WAC. But skeptics once doubted coaches at Kansas State, California, Rutgers, Wake Forest and Buffalo, too. The Edge: vs. This week's Edge was requested by reader Jason Baguley. Each week, we'll match two teams to determine which has the edge in various categories. Got a matchup you want to see? Send in to and we'll work on it. 1. Head to head Michigan leads the series... (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Cries for Help in Obama's Mailbox Mar 20, 2009
Given the assassination of John F. Kennedy and the attempts on the lives of Gerald Ford and Ronald Reagan, no one needs to be reminded of the need for strict security. Still, Obama tries to stay connected. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Railroad bailout may offer a model for Detroit Mar 16, 2009
The railroad failures in the Northeast, vividly evident in the 1970 bankruptcy of the Penn Central network, endangered an industry that President Gerald Ford and Congress considered vital to the nation's well-being. The American-owned automakers are similarly regarded as vital; if not all three, then at least General Motors and Ford. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
A zealous watchman to follow the U.S. stimulus money Mar 10, 2009
He protected presidents he liked the recent film "Frost/Nixon" for its portrait of that president and once was shot at by a disturbed woman who mistook him for President Gerald Ford. She missed, and he went on to build a new fraud division in the Secret Service. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Justice Stevens Holds On to Key Role at High Court Mar 10, 2009
President Gerald Ford traveled to the Court to see Stevens sworn in, he recalled. "The justice is [then] on his own, independent of the administration.". (Law.com)
Obama Surprises Daughters with New Swing Set Mar 6, 2009
Gerald Ford added an outdoor swimming pool, and Jimmy Carter's daughter, Amy, had a treehouse. George H.W. Bush had tree-mounted swings installed for granddaughters Jenna and Barbara, and Bill Clinton, a jogger, installed a running track. (W-USA News, DC)
Benton jobless rate at 33-year high Mar 4, 2009
Previous high points all in January were 10 percent in 1975, also under Gerald Ford; 8 percent in 1974 and 8. 5 percent in 1971, during the Nixon years; and 7. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Idioms inspire book funny as all get out Mar 3, 2009
His paintings have been displayed in the White House, the Smithsonian Institution and the libraries of former presidents Gerald Ford and Ronald Reagan. Moses has also created a number of fine children's books, including wonderful versions of "Hansel and Gretel," "Rip Van Winkle," "Mother Goose," "Johnny Appleseed" and "The Night Before Christmas." His oil paintings in "Raining Cats & Dogs" carry on the proud folk art tradition of his family. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
President autographs Feb 16, 2009
NIXON'S SUCCESSOR: Gerald Ford, whom Myles Martel (right) interviewed for his first book, signed a copy of his swearing-in remarks ... Gerald Ford, whom Martel interviewed for his first book, signed a copy of the swearing-in remarks he delivered after Richard Nixon's resignation in 1974. (The Palm Beach Post)
Obama's Partisan Press Conference Feb 10, 2009
A few in back of me such as the storied Goyal of the Indian press were shouting "Mr. President, Mr. President"--a no-no in press conferences since Gerald Ford was President in the 1970's. The President calls on who he chooses and he ignored the shouters. (Human Events Online)
Elks Lodge design gets unanimous approval Feb 7, 2009
Former President Gerald Ford belonged to Grand Rapids Lodge No. 48, where his father served two terms as Exalted Ruler. Of course, many members of Congress have been Elks, too. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
NH senator eyed as boon in commerce post Feb 7, 2009
A third person with Massachusetts ties, Elliot Richardson, served as commerce secretary from 1976 to 1977 under a fellow Republican, President Gerald Ford. Gregg, a former governor and U.S. House member, would be the first secretary from New Hampshire. (Boston Herald)
